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Messina College
Located on the Brookline Campus of Boston College, Messina College is a two-year fully residential associate's degree program. Messina College enrolls 100 first-generation, high financial need students each year with an opportunity to pursue an associate's degree from Boston College, with the goal of preparing them to enroll in a bachelor’s degree program or to begin their careers. As undergraduates at BC’s ninth school, Messina College students have full access to Boston College's campus, facilities, and programs.
The excellence of a top university in a supportive small-school setting
Acquire an Adaptable Education
The curriculum integrates BC's distinctive Core Curriculum, which gives students a broad intellectual foundation for their future endeavors.
Learn from Respected Scholars
Students take classes taught by dedicated Messina College faculty as well as faculty from the four other Boston College undergraduate schools and colleges.
Find Your Community
Enjoy access to BC facilities and programs, including dining halls, athletic events, libraries, and theater productions. Join a BC student organization or start your own.
Meet Dean Erick Berrelleza, S.J.
“
As a first-generation college student, I didn’t have people to talk to about applying to college or navigating college life. Serving as dean of Messina College will enable me to provide access and vital support to students who are often facing that same uphill battle. Messina College is grounded in Boston College’s academic excellence, student support, and caring faculty.
”
Erick Berrelleza, S.J.
,
Patti and Jonathan Kraft Family Dean, Messina College
Associate’s Degree Program Overview
2
years
60
credits
20
courses
Dean’s Message
Messina College Instagram
News
Video: PBS News Hour on Messina College
PBS’ John Yang visited the Brookline campus to learn more about Messina College as part of the PBS series, “Rethinking College.”
Messina College partners with Commonwealth Financial Network
Initiative will expand student internship opportunities.
The trailblazers
BC's Messina College wraps up a successful first year.
New symbol of excellence
Messina College establishes Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society chapter.
Messina, Woods colleges host movie night
The event is designed to bring the two communities together.
Introducing Messina College
BC has launched a new two-year residential junior college for first-generation students from low-income families.
Visit Us
About a mile from its main Chestnut Hill Campus, Boston College’s 50-acre Brookline Campus offers a dedicated home for Messina College students within the larger University.
Schedule a Visit
Connect With Us
Back To Top
Skip to main navigation
Skip to main content
Ever to Excel
Messina College
Located on the Brookline Campus of Boston College, Messina College is a two-year fully residential associate's degree program. Messina College enrolls 100 first-generation, high financial need students each year with an opportunity to pursue an associate's degree from Boston College, with the goal of preparing them to enroll in a bachelor’s degree program or to begin their careers. As undergraduates at BC’s ninth school, Messina College students have full access to Boston College's campus, facilities, and programs.
The excellence of a top university in a supportive small-school setting
Acquire an Adaptable Education
The curriculum integrates BC's distinctive Core Curriculum, which gives students a broad intellectual foundation for their future endeavors.
Learn from Respected Scholars
Students take classes taught by dedicated Messina College faculty as well as faculty from the four other Boston College undergraduate schools and colleges.
Find Your Community
Enjoy access to BC facilities and programs, including dining halls, athletic events, libraries, and theater productions. Join a BC student organization or start your own.
Meet Dean Erick Berrelleza, S.J.
“
As a first-generation college student, I didn’t have people to talk to about applying to college or navigating college life. Serving as dean of Messina College will enable me to provide access and vital support to students who are often facing that same uphill battle. Messina College is grounded in Boston College’s academic excellence, student support, and caring faculty.
”
Erick Berrelleza, S.J.
,
Patti and Jonathan Kraft Family Dean, Messina College
Associate’s Degree Program Overview
2
years
60
credits
20
courses
Dean’s Message
Messina College Instagram
News
Video: PBS News Hour on Messina College
PBS’ John Yang visited the Brookline campus to learn more about Messina College as part of the PBS series, “Rethinking College.”
Messina College partners with Commonwealth Financial Network
Initiative will expand student internship opportunities.
The trailblazers
BC's Messina College wraps up a successful first year.
New symbol of excellence
Messina College establishes Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society chapter.
Messina, Woods colleges host movie night
The event is designed to bring the two communities together.
Introducing Messina College
BC has launched a new two-year residential junior college for first-generation students from low-income families.
Visit Us
About a mile from its main Chestnut Hill Campus, Boston College’s 50-acre Brookline Campus offers a dedicated home for Messina College students within the larger University.
Schedule a Visit
Connect With Us
Back To Top